£12,000 - £14,000
2002 BMW M3 (E46) 3.2 Convertible
United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026 • Lot 380
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is an early 2000s BMW E46 M3 convertible with SMG transmission, hardtop, and a comprehensive service history. Recent maintenance includes rod bearings, SMG software, airbags, suspension overhaul, and clutch replacement.
Condition
7
Good order, minor micro-blisters mentioned.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
WBSBR92040EH77635
Chassis No:
Odometer:
114,227 miles
LJ52HDU
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Early 2000s M performance with SMG.
Registration: LJ52HDU Chassis: WBSBR92040EH77635 Odometer: 114,227 Transmission: SMG Manual MOT: February 2026
Convertible M3 with a hardtop and hardtop stand
Very good service history
Bookpack and service book present
Presented in Grey with a complementing Black leather interior, this E46 iteration of the 3 Series is offered in desirable M3 form.
First registered on 1st September 2002, it features the SMG transmission, with power delivered through the 6-speed manual operated SMG gearbox.
Specified for all weather conditions, this example is the convertible model and comes complete with the genuine BMW hardtop and accompanying stand.
As expected of the M3, it was well appointed from new, featuring air conditioning, ABS and Harman / Kardon speakers.
We are grateful to the vendor for the following comments on condition:
“The M3 is in great order, with the bodywork very bright and level, nothing nasty to report.
Zero rust in the rear arches...
Points of note
£2,420
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£18,411
Median Price (Since 2020)
£115,586
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 03 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
114,240 miles
Registration Date
2002-09-01
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 04 2026 with 114,240 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On Mar 04 2026 with 114,236 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Mar 01 2025 with 113,641 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Nov 17 2023 with 111,690 miles
Passed
On Nov 25 2022 with 107,774 miles
Passed
On Dec 03 2021 with 102,140 miles
Passed
On Nov 21 2020 with 98,183 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Jun 01 2019 with 92,721 miles
Passed
On May 01 2018 with 86,346 miles
Passed
On May 05 2017 with 84,939 miles
Passed
On Jun 01 2016 with 81,998 miles
Failed
On May 26 2016 with 81,998 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Passed
On May 22 2015 with 79,591 miles
Passed
On May 15 2014 with 77,219 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On May 09 2013 with 73,734 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On May 03 2012 with 68,920 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Failed
On May 03 2012 with 68,920 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed
On May 12 2011 with 63,057 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- both rear exhust clamps are broken on one side, however exhust system all secure at present time
Passed
On Apr 26 2010 with 57,956 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- rear brake disc corroded
Failed
On Apr 17 2010 with 57,902 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
User Entered:
- rear brake disc corroded
Failed
On Mar 17 2009 with 53,736 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
User Entered:
- plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection
Passed
On Mar 17 2009 with 53,736 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection
Passed
On Oct 25 2007 with 44,685 miles
Failed
On Oct 23 2007 with 44,685 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Jan 24 2007 with 40,479 miles
Failed
On Jan 19 2007 with 40,478 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)
Passed
On Dec 29 2006 with 40,462 miles
Passed
On Oct 23 2006 with 39,577 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Oct 19 2006 with 39,520 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Passed
On Nov 10 2005 with 36,808 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- front brake pads low
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